Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Redmi Pad 2 9.7
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Redmi Pad 2 9.7 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is the cheaper of the two at $190 versus $999, a difference of about $809. The Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) stands out for m5 chip with 3.5x ai performance vs m4, while Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is praised for compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) if…
- →M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- →Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- →Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
Buy the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 if…
- →Compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors
- →90Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and responsiveness
- →IP52 rating offers dust and water resistance for everyday protection
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025)
Pros
- M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
- Apple Pencil Pro support
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 connectivity
Cons
- Starting at $999 is expensive
- Still 5.1mm thin limits thermal headroom
- No headphone jack
Redmi Pad 2 9.7
Pros
- Compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors
- 90Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and responsiveness
- IP52 rating offers dust and water resistance for everyday protection
- Optional 4G LTE support for connectivity on the go
- 33W fast charging reduces downtime
Cons
- MediaTek Helio G99 offers mid-range performance, not flagship-tier
- No wireless charging despite premium positioning
- Base 4GB RAM variant may struggle with multitasking
- 10100mAh battery is modest for a 9.7-inch tablet
- Single rear camera limits photography versatility
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Redmi Pad 2 9.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | — |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | — |
| Capacity | — | 10100mAh |
| Charging Speed | — | 33W fast charging |
| Wireless Charging | — | |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 9.7 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 90Hz |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | — |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | — |
| Cellular | — | |
| Stylus Support | — | |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | — | 13MP rear |
| Front camera | — | 8MP |
| Design | ||
| Colors | — | Graphite Gray, Mint Green, Rose Gold |
| Weight | — | 595g |
| IP rating | — | IP52 |
| Performance | ||
| RAM | — | 4GB / 8GB |
| Chipset | — | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Storage | — | 128GB / 256GB |
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